This cabin places you next to Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and within 2 miles (3 km) of Twin Buttes. This cabin property welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
Perins Peak State Wildlife Area - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
Fort Lewis College - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
Durango Hot Springs Spa - 23 min drive - 16.9 miles
Purgatory Resort - 54 min drive - 38.6 miles
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 9 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Denny's - 8 min drive
Avalanche Bowl - 9 min drive
Wendy's - 10 min drive
Oscar's Cafe - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown
The space Access: Like many homes in the mountains, our home is up a relatively steep paved driveway. During winter months November - Feburary, 4x4/AWD is required.
The Lightner Creek Cabin is nestled on three scenic wooded acres in Southern Colorado, just 12 minutes from downtown Durango. It’s perfectly situated—40 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort and Mesa Verde National Park, and an hour from Pagosa Springs. Thoughtfully designed, our home offers a cozy and inviting basecamp for all your adventures.
UPPER LEVEL (Main Level): Living Space: The Lightner Creek Cabin is 1800 Square feet with an open and airy floor plan! Our full size kitchen has a fridge and freezer, pots & pans, electric stove, microwave (in the pantry), toaster, Keurig and pods, and other cooking essentials (olive oil, salt, pepper, spoons, cups, silverware, etc.). The island has space to seat 3 guests (there is a dining table outside and on the lower level). The living area has a TV, leather sectional and two accent chairs and is large enough to fit all 8 guests.
Beds: On the upper level there is one bedroom with a queen size bed and one bedroom with a king size bed. Both bedrooms have their own mini split system so you can control the temperatures in your room independently! All beds have memory foam mattresses and high-quality linens to ensure a great nights sleep!
Bath: There is one full bath on the upper level that is stocked with hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. All towels are freshly-washed right before your stay. There is a tub and shower combo that has a to make bath time a breeze for kiddos!
LOWER LEVEL: Living Space: There is a kitchenette with a fridge, small sink, microwave and Keurig and a dining table that seats 6. In the lower level living room the sofa pulls out to make a comfy queen size bed. Linen for the pull out bed can be found in the closet closest to the couch. There is a TV in the lower living room as well as two additional accent chairs for seating.
Internet: We have high speed internet at the house, network and Password will be shared after booking!
Outdoor Living: Our outdoor space offers a great experience for your stay! We have a large propane grill and an oversized outdoor dining table that seats 8 and is well-lit under the covered patio. Enjoy coffee on the deck with a mountain view or relax and unwind by the fire-pit on the large outdoor couch!
Parking/Neighborhood Info: There is ample free parking on the site! The home is located on a private easement shared with two other neighbors. Because of this, there is almost no traffic on that road! We do ask that you be courteous of our neighbors and not walk up the dirt easement unless it is to our home.
Additional Info: Septic: We are on a septic system so we ask that you don’t flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilet!!
Fires: We ask that you stick to using the fire pit and have no open fires on the land! Guest access You will have access to the entire space and land. Other things to note Please note: Like many homes in the mountains, our home is up a relatively steep paved road. During winter months November - Feburary, 4x4/AWD is required.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cabin?
This cabin is located in Durango within a short 2-minute walk of Perins Peak State Wildlife Area. You'll also find Twin Buttes and Historic Tram Park within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?
As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown on Aug 6, 2026 start from $739, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Will I be able to park at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?
No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.
Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.
Are there hot tubs at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.
Does this cabin provide breakfast?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.
Are there connecting rooms at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.
How close is the airport from this cabin?
The closest major airport to this cabin is Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park), which is 10.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is located 19.5 mi away (26-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?
No, you won't find cabins with balconies at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown.
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